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JSJ 237

1957 Bsa C12

Maroon Petrol 250cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jul 2007
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

31,252 mi
Last recorded31,252 miles
Recorded on10 Jul 2006
Typical for 1957 Bsa C1219,280 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJSJ 237
MakeBsa
ModelC12
Year1957
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine250cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 10 Jul 2006 31,252 miles

How Reliable is the Bsa C12?

Based on 545 MOT tests across 152 vehicles.

93.2%
Pass Rate
172
Miles/Year
70
Year Lifespan
152
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Steering headbearing has excessive free play 3
wheel bearings have excessive free play 3
Footrest insecure 3
suspension has inadequate damping effect. 3
Tyre is incorrectly seated on the wheel rim 3
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JSJ 237 is a 1957 Bsa C12 in Maroon with a 250cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1957 Bsa C12 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.7% with a typical mileage of 19,280 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Bsa C12 fails its MOT is steering headbearing has excessive free play, accounting for 3 recorded failures. If you're considering buying JSJ 237, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Bsa C12 typically stays on UK roads for around 70 years. At 69 years old, this Bsa C12 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was JSJ 237 registered?

JSJ 237 is a 1957 Bsa C12, first registered on 6 May 1957.

Is JSJ 237 safe to buy?

The MOT history for JSJ 237 shows 1 test with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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